Mental Health during COVID-19

This is a difficult time for everyone. Take some time to take care of your mental health in addition to your physical health. We’re in this together.

Reach out for support

Connect with the Washtenaw County Community Mental Health CARES team at 734-544-3050 for support and resources about ANY mental health question. The CARES line remains fully staffed and available 24/7 during the COVID-19 response.

Text SHARE to the Crisis Text Line at 741741

Even if you can’t be together physically, let trusted people in your life know about your worries, fears, frustrations, AND plans for self-care.

Stay connected to your loved ones and community as we engage in social distancing to keep each other safe.

Call or video-chat family or friends. Science shows that hearing a loved one’s voice comforts the brain.

Join virtual gatherings, like community meetings or free fitness classes and concerts.

Notice if you’re not reaching out because of low mood rather than social distancing reasons.

Check in with someone you trust for a few minutes every day.

Routines help us feel more grounded when things feel out of our control.

Staying active with things that feel productive and fun can help us manage the extra stress and anxiety.

Make a schedule for how you’ll structure today to balance work with time for self-care, relaxation, and (safe/virtual) social connection.

Limit information overload.

Set a time limit for focusing on coronavirus anxiety and plan mental health breaks to allow your body and mind time to recharge.

Get the information you need from the links below. Moderate other news intake and limit exposure to mass hysteria online.

Practice deep breathing exercises, mindfullness or other methods of meditation.

It’s easy for our worries to get ahead of the current moment. As we face uncertainty it’s important to stay grounded in the present.

Michiganders can access a specially-curated collection of guided meditations, at-home workouts that guide people through mindful exercises, sleep and kids content to help address rising stress and anxiety. Available for free at www.headspace.com/MI

There are also many other meditation and mindfullness apps and online resources. We are not endorsing any products, but here is a list of some free apps: